We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated Occupational Therapist to join the Community Rehabilitation Service - Bognor Regis Hub. You will support people with complex or treatment-resistant psychosis, or related significant mental illness, in line with NICE rehabilitation guidance. The role involves delivering and developing evidence-based, recovery-focused interventions that promote independence and enable people to lead fulfilling lives.
This post includes a Lead Practitioner role on the long-term pathway, with a reduced caseload, alongside leading the short-term pathway and overseeing group interventions, supported by an OT Technician.
This vacancy is ideal for a Band 6 Occupational Therapist, although a Band 5-6 development post will be considered for the right candidate. Experience of working with severe and enduring mental health needs is desirable, and we welcome applicants with experience of working with older adults, as the service supports adults of all ages.
The service operates Monday to Friday, 9:00-17:00, with Bank Holiday cover (excluding Christmas Day) on a rota basis.
Main duties of the job
As a Lead Practitioner & Senior Occupational Therapist, you will:
* Deliver client-centred Occupational Therapy and generic interventions, including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation
* Complete and maintain robust risk assessments to support safe and effective care
* Develop, review and implement recovery-focused care plans reflecting individual strengths, needs and goals
* Build and maintain strong therapeutic relationships to promote engagement and recovery
* Take a lead role in promoting and developing Occupational Therapy within the service and wider MDT
* Produce high-quality clinical documentation, including care plans, progress notes and risk assessments
* Work collaboratively within the MDT while demonstrating the ability to work autonomously and exercise professional judgement
* Contribute to service development, quality improvement and reflective practice
We are looking for someone who is:
* Compassionate and client-focused, with a commitment to recovery-oriented practice
* Highly organised, flexible and adaptable in a dynamic clinical environment
* Confident in managing complex clinical situations and risk
* A strong team player able to take leadership within their role
* Skilled at building rapport and maintaining therapeutic relationships
* Experienced in clear, accurate and timely documentation
* Passionate about advocating for and developing Occupational Therapy
About us
Our service provides inter-professional community mental health rehabilitation for people who require more intensive support than is available through Neighbourhood Mental Health Teams. We work with individuals in their own homes, NHS sites and community settings, delivering compassionate, person-centred care to promote recovery. Collaboration sits at the heart of the service, with strong teamwork supporting consistent and responsive care.
The Sussex Community Rehabilitation Service is delivered through locality-based Hubs across the Trust. In West Sussex there are three Hubs, based in Bognor Regis (this post), Worthing and Horsham. The service offers both short- and longer-term pathways. Short-term pathways provide time-limited community rehabilitation support for up to 16 weeks, while longer-term pathways offer care coordination, typically for a minimum of three years.
Our team-based model fosters a highly supportive environment for both the people we support and our staff.
What We Offer
* A supportive and collaborative team, including regular supervision and reflective practice
* Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth
* The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to people's lives
* Quarterly West Sussex CRS CPD days
* Local, divisional and national Occupational Therapy development and networking opportunities
* Encouragement to access the Trust-wide AHP training offer
Job responsibilities
* To manage a caseload of clients with complex mental health needs with a primary diagnosis of psychosis.
* To provide specialist clinical advice and input for clients with complex problems and needs.
* To ensure Occupational Therapy contribution to the provision of quality clinical care and performance standards.
* To participate in the planning, development and evaluation of occupational therapy and local multi-professional services.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Degree/ Diploma in Occupational Therapy from a qualifying course for HCPC registration
* Registration with the HCPC as an occupational therapist
* Practice Education training
Knowledge & Experience
* Experience as a qualified occupational therapist in mental health
* Experience of both group and individual work
* Experience in applying a range of assessment tools and a comprehensive knowledge of occupational therapy clinical approaches used in mental health
* Experience in a clinical area related to the post
Skills
* Able to communicate complex condition related information to service users, carers and colleagues
* Develop partnership working with individuals, groups, communities and agencies.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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